Manager, Facilities
Catalent’s Philadelphia, Pennsylvania site serves as the company’s North American Center of Excellence for clinical supply packaging, delivering comprehensive, end‑to‑end support for global clinical trials across multiple therapeutic modalities. The site provides integrated services including direct comparator sourcing, blinding and manufacturing, primary and secondary packaging, storage and distribution, and clinical returns management, enabling efficient and compliant trial execution. It also plays a growing role in supporting biologic as well as cell and gene therapy programs, with enhanced cold‑chain and cryogenic handling capabilities designed to meet the complex requirements of advanced therapies. As a critical hub within Catalent’s global clinical supply network, the Philadelphia site helps sponsors accelerate development timelines while maintaining the highest standards of quality, flexibility, and regulatory compliance.
Our Philadelphia site is located in the Bensalem/Northeast Philadelphia area.
Position Summary
We have an opportunity for a Manager, Facilities to join our team. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of the Facilities and Facilities Department, including Business Continuity, 24-hour environmental control and monitoring, Preventative Maintenance, and Calibration. The position ensures compliance, operational stability, and maintenance of all areas and systems that support the site’s operations. You will play a key role in maintaining a safe and efficient environment for our teams and clients.
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Location: Philadelphia, PA
100% Onsite
The Role
Develop, maintain, and execute processes for alarm response, including effective off-hours responses to alarms, emergencies, and critical events to minimize drug product impact
Monitor and maintain safe conditions across the campus during extreme weather conditions
Directly manage assigned personnel, including scheduling, coaching, directing, and performance appraisals
Oversee operations to repair and maintain buildings, equipment, and systems such as HVAC systems, environmental monitoring, and emergency generators
Develop and administer Preventive Maintenance programs for buildings, equipment, and support systems
Supervise and enforce Standard Operating Procedures, regulations, and safety policies
Ensure timely and thorough communication of Facilities-related issues to all stakeholders
Interface regularly with all levels of the organization to assess site needs for space, support systems, repairs, maintenance, or cleaning
All other duties as assigned
The Candidate
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree is preferred with 5 years of experience in a related environment as a supervisor or manager OR Associate Degree with 10+ years of related experience and 3 years of experience as a supervisor or manager
On an average day, ability to stand up to five hours; walk up to three hours; sit up to eight hours; use hands to handle or feel up to eight hours; reach with hands and arms up to six hours; climb or balance up to one hour; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl up to one hour; talk or hear up to eight hours; taste or smell up to eight hours; lift up to 25lbs. pounds frequently; and clearly see and focus on objects and color at close and far distances with good depth perception
Demonstrable leadership experience at Catalent (including but not limited to participation in Catalent‑sponsored leadership programs such as NGGL, GOLD, LEAD Now, GM Excellence, and GROW) may be considered in place of external experience
Preferred Skills & Background
Previous work experience in supporting the development and manufacturing, or packaging for clinical or commercial drug products or combination products
Previous experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice environment
Strong contractor and vendor management skills
Why You Should Join Catalent
Defined career path with annual performance reviews…